The Office of Internal Audit web pages have been prepared to familiarize members of
the Augusta University community and others who may visit this web site with the function
of our office.

We hope to dispel any concerns you may have about being involved with an audit or
a review, or even talking with one of our staff members. Although it may be human
nature to become uneasy at the thought of being audited, our staff strives to make
the process helpful and unobtrusive as possible.

What Does Internal Audit Do?

The Office of Internal Audit's purpose is to support the mission and vision of Augusta
University. Our office schedules audits, advisory services, and departmental reviews
in several ways. Most audits and departmental reviews are chosen based on an annual
risk assessment that considers such factors as management-identified risks, audit
sensitivity, internal control structure, last audit performed, public disclosure implications,
etc. The University System of Georgia and institutional management may request specific
audits and reviews. The audits may include:

Examination of financial transaction for accuracy and compliance with institutional
policies

Evaluation of institutional policies and procedures for adequate internal controls

Determination of the level of compliance with required institutional policies and
procedures, state and federal laws, and government relations

Verification of assets and the controls that protect them

Evaluation of operations and cost efficiency

The office's review templates for departmental reviews and self-assessment, departmental
reviews include: fiscal, human resources, legal and regulatory, health and safety,
information systems, public relations, students, and general risks. These eight major
components are subdivided into 42 categories depending on the area being reviewed.
Departmental and self-assessment departmental reviews aim to:

Determine levels of control

Determine the level of communication provided by divisional management to employees
regarding policies, procedures, and business practices

Evaluate the adequacy of monitoring financial records, the effectiveness of divisional
processes, and determine compliance with policies and procedures

Make recommendations in areas that may need minor or significant improvement

If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact us at: 706-721-2661.